ER RN
Columbia, SC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,115/weekOverview
- Start Date11/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced ER RN for a free-standing Emergency Department requiring SC/compact RN licensure and 2+ years of community hospital emergency experience.
Details
- Free-standing Emergency Department with 14 rooms including a Resuscitation Room
- General Emergency Department treating combined adult/pediatric patients
- Level II Trauma Center setting
- Patient ratio of 1:5
- Shift schedule: 3x12 hour mid-shifts (11a-11p)
- Required to work every other weekend
- Holiday coverage required as needed
- No on-call requirements
- No floating required
- Uses Epic EMR
Requirements
- Active SC RN license or compact license required in hand prior to start
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 2 years of recent ER experience required
- Community hospital experience required
- Prior travel nursing experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Experience with trauma and shock patients, including gunshot wounds and traumatic amputations
- Cardiac monitoring experience including EKG/ECG interpretation and dysrhythmia management
- Experience managing psychiatric and behavioral health emergencies
- Pediatric emergency care experience
- Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and central line care
- Experience managing ventilated patients and BiPAP/CPAP preferred
- Social security number required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide emergency nursing care across a broad range of adult and pediatric conditions including trauma, respiratory, neurological, and psychiatric emergencies
- Perform triage and maintain isolation precautions/PPE protocols
- Assist with splinting and orthopedic trauma care
- Royal blue scrubs required
- During hurricane season (June through November), staff may be assigned to emergency response teams
- Approximately 4 hours of non-billable training modules required prior to start
- Block scheduling may be requested but is not guaranteed
- Previous MUSC perm or PRN staff must be separated from the system for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
- Candidates residing within 60 miles are considered local and may be accepted at a reduced rate
- Non-local candidates are prioritized for this position
- All requested time off must be submitted at time of application for consideration
Employer
American Traveler
86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I am having a wonderful experience working with Sebrona! She is very warm, kind, patient, professional, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire process. Communication has been simple and clear, and she makes sure I feel informed and valued every step of the way. I truly appreciate her dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to helping me find the right opportunities. I highly recommend working with her!
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Columbia, SC
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
- Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
- Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.
- Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
- Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
- Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.
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